Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run 2025

The Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run is an annual event aimed at promoting physical activity and community engagement among youth. Scheduled for Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Cape Breton University in Sydney, NS, the event features activities starting at 9:30 a.m. and runs beginning at 10:00 a.m. Participants can choose from distances of 2 km and 4 km, with a Tiny Tot Trot option for preschool-aged children.

The event emphasizes fun, fitness, and participation over competition, providing medals for all finishers. It fosters a safe, family-friendly environment with support from organizers, police, and volunteers.

- Register by April 24 to secure a t-shirt delivered to schools within Cape Breton Regional Municipality. Late registrations pick up at Cape Breton Health and Recreation Complex between 8:00-9:00 a.m.
- T-shirts must be worn as the outermost layer; bibs must be worn on the front.
- Safety ensured by organizers, police, security, and volunteers; one parent/guardian may accompany younger runners.
- No dogs, scooters, skateboards, or bikes permitted; strollers allowed but must remain to the right.
- Parents/guardians should arrange meet-up spots; contact details should be on the back of bibs.
- Free parking available at Cape Breton University; carpooling encouraged to reduce congestion.